
Disaster Relief
Dear IAMWMW Sisters & Friends,
International Association of Ministers’ Wives & Ministers’ Widows (IAMWMW) President, Elder Vernita Josey, is challenging the Sisterhood and friends of IAMWMW to answer the Clarion Call by focusing our efforts and monetary support on the Los Angeles fire crisis through donations to “The Disaster Relief Fund.” Your contribution to IAMWMW will have an immediate and substantial impact on the Pasadena and Altadena communities. Our goal is to provide direct assistance to vetted families and referred communities in need as quickly as possible.
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The Crisis
Wildfires have devastated hundreds of structures, burned tens of thousands of acres, and displaced thousands of residents. The cost to the community is immense, including firefighter fees, rebuilding homes, and restoring essential facilities. Many families have been left homeless or forced to relocate as refugees. Total recovery costs, including rebuilding schools, homes, community centers, senior care facilities, and medical facilities, amount to tens of millions.
While national and international communities have responded generously, funds donated through large charities can take weeks or months to reach those in need. With your help, IAMWMW will provide swift emergency support to feed and shelter families, assist seniors and vulnerable communities, and aid in rebuilding key infrastructure lost in the fires.
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Why Give?
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IAMWMW ensures your contributions provide immediate and direct assistance. Your donations will:
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Feed and shelter displaced families.
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Support seniors and vulnerable groups awaiting relocation or federal aid.
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Rebuild schools, homes, and vital community facilities.
How to Help?
Answer the Clarion Call today! Any amount can make a difference. Examples of your impact:
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$50: Provides emergency kits (toothbrushes, clothing, shoes, blankets) for a family of four.
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$100: Feeds a family of four at a crisis shelter for one week.
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$250: Contributes to rebuilding schools destroyed by the blaze.
Please annotate “Disaster Relief Fund” when sending your tax-deductible donations.
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Mail: Checks or money orders to IAMWMW Headquarters
609 South Davis Avenue
Richmond, VA 23220
Attn: Dr. Loretta H. Dennis
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Zelle: IAMWMW23@gmail.com
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Givelify: International Association of Ministers’ Wives & Ministers’ Widows, Inc.
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“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” Hebrews 13:16